The Toad Museum located at 2169 Wareeratchadet Rd, Thailand, is a fascinating destination dedicated to the diverse world of toads. With engaging exhibits, educational displays, and interactive experiences, visitors of all ages will appreciate the beauty and importance of these amphibians in our ecosystem.
Nestled in the heart of Thailand at 2169 Wareeratchadet Rd, The Toad Museum invites nature enthusiasts and curious minds to explore the remarkable diversity of toads. This unique museum showcases a vibrant collection of over 100 species, highlighting their ecological significance and intricate life cycles. Guests can enjoy educational programs designed to promote awareness about toad conservation and the vital roles these creatures play in maintaining balanced ecosystems. The museum features interactive displays, allowing visitors to engage with various toad species and learn about their environments and behaviors firsthand. Additionally, outdoor exhibits provide a serene setting for guests to observe toads in their natural habitats. The Toad Museum aims to foster appreciation and respect for these often-overlooked amphibians through immersive experiences that educate and inspire. Plan your visit today and delve into the captivating world of toads in Thailand.
The Toad Museum (เมืองยโสธร, ไทย) - รีวิว - ThailandAgoda.com
The Toad Museum is perched on a picturesque hilltop overlooking 2169 Wareeratchadet Rd, 35000, Thailand
Within walking distance from the Ban Kun Ya restaurant, the Toad Museum or Phraya Khan Khak Museum is the new landmark in Yasothon. It has been built in the shape of a sitting toad located on the banks of the Thuan River. The building is 5 stories or 19 meters in height. Whilst the museum displays an history of the province including Bang Fai rockets, legends and scientific content, display models & exhibit specimens of toads and information about 500 types of toads around the world. The toad sits in a landscaped area alongside a newly built “Dragon” and accompanied by the usual shops selling clothing, drinks and other items that may be of interest. At the time of our visit a group of school children were excitedly taking in all the exhibits. One takes of their shoes before entering and to reach the top level you may take the elevator or stairs. There is no charge to visit and it is air-conditioned.
Local significance of toads in their culture is main appeal to Thais. If close by worth a look – parking and food stalls and some interesting sights. Climb stairs inside frog for views of little lake – maybe.
Visited to find out the story behind the giant toad & its relevance to the Bun Bang Fai Festival, the tale is told on story boards with pictures inside the toad museum along with details of the Bun Bang Fai rockets. The area around the giant toad is a little disappointing though, the area is strewn with plastic & rubbish lefy behind by predominantly Thai tourists.There is also a giant Naga (snake) which you can visit & again walk through for information. During the Bun Bang Fai festival the naga squirts water from its mouth.
The museum itself is interesting and well worth a visit. The surrounds are not what they look like in the pictures. They are quite dirty and there is ongoing work (taking years apparently) on the river bank. Once you get to the balcony (the toads’ mouth) the view over the river and surrounds is bleak. The history and show pieces and the story about the toad and Buddha is all really well done and there is quite a lot of other Thai history to read in there as well. It is worth a visit but I wouldn’t go out of my way to find it. There is a very small market near the Toad and a great restaurant up the road (about 200 metres) so I would go there as an aside to the restaurant rather than the other way around.
Well who would have ever thought there would be a big frog/toad somewhere in the world? Australia has many “big” things including a Big Potato and a Big Banana but not a Big Toad.Actually it’s well done with warts and all made from skylight domes and you can go up into the toad’s mouth for a view of the lake. Incidentally they are working on beautifying the lake but it’s a slow process. The museum itself is pretty interesting and as this is the site of the annual Rocket festival, it contains an exhibit on rocket-making as well as an exhibit on toads and local culture.The other statue is the long dragon which is part of the legend along with the toad. I tried to understand the story but it got a bit convoluted. Anyway inside the dragon is an interesting exhibit also. It all used to be free but since it’s been upgraded into museums there is a reasonable charge.A must do if visiting Yaso which is not a tourist epicentre except at Bung Bang Fai Rocket Festival time. At festival time expect large crowds, the rest of the time maybe a school bus, tourist bus or some locals and travellers.
If you have ever wondered about how important toads are in ecosystems (?), well then, let me just tell you that you can find out the answers, the fun way, right here at Toad’s World in Yasothon. I ventured right into the ample belly of the beast, checked out static storyboards, interactive audiovisual displays and finally, the impressive lookout (from the mouth of this monstruous amphibian – see my YouTube) over the panoramic views, plus soothing breezes from the lake. It is a tourism icon for the local area and a but of must-do if you are touring through the Central Isaan Region of Thailand.